In Exodus, the focus was on coming out of Egypt. Numbers recorded the wandering in the desert between Egypt and the Promised Land. Deuteronomy was preparation for entering the Promised Land. In Joshua, we read of the fulfillment of God’s long-standing promise to give the land to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. The corresponding call of the book is for God’s people to be faithful to keep his commandments. Although the book ends on a pessimistic note about their ability to obey, it also points forward to another Joshua who would finish the work.
Two parables directed against the religious leaders indicated why they would lose their management of the kingdom, and why others would take their place.
As Paul waited in prison, he was able to rejoice in two certain outcomes because of his view of life and death.
Faith is the means by which we are saved, obey God, and forgive our brothers and sisters.
